UK girl's name
Nyrah
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly derived from the Arabic word "nur" meaning light.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Nyrah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Nyrah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2115, with 13 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 13 births.
This profile covers 57 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2013 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Nyrah is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 57 living people in the UK are called Nyrah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Nyrah ranked #2115 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 13 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 13 girls were registered as Nyrah.
- • About 57 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nyrah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2115
2024
Births in 2024
13
Latest year
Peak year
2024
13 births
Estimated living
57
2026
Meaning
What does Nyrah mean?
The given name Nyrah has its roots in the Sanskrit language, originating from ancient India. It is believed to have emerged around the 5th century BCE. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "nir," which means "pure" or "without impurities." This suggests that the name Nyrah may have been associated with purity, innocence, or a pristine nature.
In Hindu mythology, there are references to celestial beings or deities with names similar to Nyrah, such as Narayan and Narayana, which are variations of the name of the Hindu god Vishnu. However, direct connections between Nyrah and these deities are not well-documented.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Nyrah can be traced back to ancient Sanskrit texts and inscriptions from the Indian subcontinent. One notable example is a mention of a woman named Nyrah in the Mahabharata, a renowned Sanskrit epic from the 3rd century BCE.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Nyrah. One of the earliest recorded figures was Nyrah Devi, a renowned Indian poet and scholar who lived in the 7th century CE. Her works, which focused on spirituality and philosophy, were widely celebrated during her time.
Another prominent figure was Nyrah Kumari, a 12th-century Indian princess and warrior from the Rajput clan. She was known for her bravery and military prowess, leading her troops in battles against invading forces.
In the 16th century, Nyrah Begum was a influential Persian-born woman who served as a trusted advisor and confidante to the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Her wisdom and counsel were highly valued by the emperor, and she played a significant role in shaping the policies of the Mughal Empire.
Moving forward in time, Nyrah Samanta was a 19th-century Indian social reformer and activist who fought for the rights of women and the abolition of the caste system. Her tireless efforts and advocacy made a lasting impact on Indian society.
Lastly, Nyrah Batra was a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer of the 20th century. She was instrumental in preserving and promoting the traditional dance forms of India, such as Bharatanatyam and Kathak, both nationally and internationally.
These examples illustrate the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments of individuals who carried the name Nyrah throughout history, ranging from poets and scholars to warriors, advisors, social reformers, and artists.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Nyrah over time
The chart below shows babies named Nyrah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2013 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Nyrah, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 13 births in 2024, compared with 13 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nyrah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nyrah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #2607 | 40 | 4 |
| 2010s | #4604 | 17 | 4 |
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FAQ
Nyrah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nyrah in the UK right now?
In 2024, Nyrah was ranked #2115 for girls in England and Wales, with 13 births registered.
When was Nyrah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 13 babies registered as Nyrah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nyrah?
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly derived from the Arabic word "nur" meaning light.
How many people are called Nyrah in the UK?
A total of 57 babies have been registered as Nyrah across the 8 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.